Since I last wrote, I have left the conservation project, spent a few days around Colombo and Dehiwala, and have since arrived in Polonnaruwa.
Spent several days in Anuradhapura, one of Sri Lanka's ancient capitals: as you can imagine, crumbling ruins, bright white dagobas, serene Buddhas and beautifully landscaped parks. My favourite was five minutes from our guesthouse, a wonderfully quiet and shaded Royal Pleasure Gardens with huge bathing pools and elephant friezes throughout. The story says that one of the ancient princes met and fell in love with a commoner here in the park, whom he then married, forsaking the throne. Several Sri Lankan couples were picnicking under the leafy trees, no doubt recreating those old love stories.
Onwards then to Polonnaruwa, following a long and bustling bus journey, and tomorrow the plan is to visit the ruins here. Then due to meet up with some friends from SLWCS over in Trincomolee on the east coast, so will endeavour to keep you updated!!
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